2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F430 | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |